One day in early June, all members came to the TV station to participate in the recording of the first episode.
There are four rows of chairs in the studio. The meaning of this formation is self-evident. A single's selection status can only last for about three months, and it's time to reserve seats.
The third selection did not take the form of everyone sitting in a room and being called to the studio one by one. It may be that the opinions that everyone raised when filling out the questionnaire were adopted. The management rarely allowed all members to sit in the studio and listen to the announcement slowly. Even Akimoto Manatsu stood on the sidelines with a serious face and watched.
Most of the members were in a pretty good mood, talking and laughing to comfort each other. Before the official announcement of the list, there was more anticipation than nervousness.
This selection was announced by a female anchor of TV Tokyo named Sayuri Shiraishi. The banana man serves as a guide and commentator.
"Today's plan is to announce the selection of Nogizaka triple single members!" Himura started with a loud voice.
Among the more than 30 members present, Amamiya Sugawara was the most relaxed one. Her selection position is very solid, she doesn't even ask for the position of God of Fortune, and she has never thought about being a center, so there is basically no psychological baggage, and all she has is curiosity about the list.
First, the female anchor introduced the formation of the three singles. There are four people in one row, six people in the second row, and six people in the third row. What is strange is that the number 123 in the first row is the God of Fortune, but the number 4 on the far left is the selection. A discerning person can see that this location is not simple. The four middle ones in the second row are also gods of good fortune, which generally continues the setting of the seven gods of good fortune.
"Although No. 4 is not the Seven Lucky Gods, standing in the front row is a bit different." Shitara also mentioned.
The first person whose name was called was Nishino Nanase. After entering the selection twice in a row, she once again became one of the sixteen people. Nishino stood up from his seat amidst the applause with a happy face, and waited for the announcement of the new position next to Banana Man.
"No.9."
Hearing this result, Himura couldn't help shouting "Wow". The first announced position represents the new Seven Lucky Gods.
Nishino cried with joy when he heard the result. "Really happy."
Shitara nodded and motioned for her to continue speaking.
"I always stood in the third row during the first and second orders. If the third order is still like this, maybe I didn't work hard enough." Nishino lowered her head. Since these three orders, she has been doing handshakes, dancing, etc. After working hard, he finally became one of the lucky gods in the second row. This feeling of being affirmed is an indescribable satisfaction.
Next, Marihua Ito's name was called. After two consecutive unders, she finally entered the selection. "I will make good use of what I learned while under and express myself as much as possible." She cried and resonated with many under members. Ito is the center of the second single's undersong "Flute to the Wolf", and her performance is obvious to all.
After that, Sakurai Reika's appearance revealed the suspense of position 4. Reika Sakurai becomes the official captain from interim captain. Seat No. 4 is reserved for her. Although she is not a god of good fortune, the meaning of captain is more important to her.
During various promotional activities during the second single, as well as the MC’s speech at minilive, Sakurai always took the lead and shouldered his responsibilities as the captain well. Operations also placed hope on her.
"Now that I have taken off my tentative hat, I have to be more responsible and work harder than now." Sakurai was also dignified and decent when he spoke, showing his steady demeanor.
Next, Mai Fukawa and Yumi Wakazuki, who were also the front three of "Flute to the Wolf", also became selected members of the third row. Ruoyue fell silent for a while because of the Wenchun incident. Being able to enter the selection this time is also the result of continuous hard work and perseverance.
"How are you feeling now?" Bananaman knew about Ruoyue's incident, Shitara said softly.
"I was selected not because of my own strength or hard work," Ruoyue cried, "It really depends on everyone who has participated in the handshakes countless times and the fans who continue to support me - it is because of everyone that I can be selected."
Everyone is happy for Ruoyue's selection.
As time goes by, the candidates for the Seven Lucky Gods are announced one by one. Rina Ikoma is standing at position 2, one of the two people in the middle of the row, probably the center. Position 3 of Hoshino Minami Station, next to Ikoma Rina. Behind them, Hashimoto Nanami, Shiraishi Mai, and Matsumura Sayuri firmly occupy the second row of lucky gods.
Comparing the selection lists of the top three players, we can find that the positions of Ikoma, Shiraishi, Hashimoto and Matsumura as gods of luck are very stable.
At this point, only one God of Fortune and two selections have yet to be decided.
The next person to be called was Takayama Kazumi, standing on the far left of the second row.
Then there is Erika Ikuta, standing on the far right in the row.
For the last selection position, his name was still not called, and Amamiya Soi was already trying to figure out the intention of the operation.
Amamiya Sugawara, who was favored by many members before the official announcement, not only failed to make it to the Lucky God, but may not even make it to the selection. This surprised many people at the scene.
"Sa, please reveal the last person." Shile said.
The members' surprise did not last long. The female anchor took the list and announced the last name: "Amamiya Shiori."
Amamiya took a deep breath, stood up and bowed to indicate to the surroundings.
The name was not revealed until the end. Most girls might have cried when the management was so aggressive, but Amamiya Sugawara seemed very calm. The selection was expected, with just a minor episode.
"A lot has happened during this period." Shitara said with a smile.
"Hi." Amamiya Nodded.
"Yeah, when I first heard about it, I was really shocked." Himura agreed, "To be able to achieve this level is already a very remarkable achievement."
"How can there be..." Amamiya Shisha smiled and shook his head.
"Don't be so modest, Dongdasheng~" Shitara teased, "Is there anything you want to say to everyone?"
"Well..." Amamiya Shiori pondered for a while, and the banana people looked at her patiently.
"During this period, I experienced a very important stage in my life, and as a result I received many job opportunities and discovered my own shortcomings."
Banana Man listened and nodded.
"The next goal is to balance the relationship between study and work and try to take into account both."
After saying the polite words, Amamiya bowed again and walked into the selection team amidst applause. As soon as he arrived, he was hugged tightly by Sayuri Matsumura. Mai Shiraishi also touched her head to express comfort.
